Scottish Borders · Scotland
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Earlston, Scottish Borders
Our technicians come to Earlston for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Worn-out textured areas
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
Non-slip bath coating in Earlston, done in place
It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. Common call-outs are for bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and safety for older or less mobile people, in resurfaced baths, wet room floors (ask us) and acrylic baths.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we will come back. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Area
- Earlston (TD4)
- Region
- Scottish Borders
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Honest limits
Not everything can be repaired, and we’d rather say so up front. Repairs won’t solve:
- Surfaces that are already damaged or peeling (these need repairing first)
- Textured areas still wet or recently cleaned with oily products
- Outdoor surfaces
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Enamelled baths
- Acrylic baths
- Shower trays
- Resurfaced baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
Common questions in Earlston
How much does non-slip bath coating cost in Earlston?
Every job gets a fixed quote based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item and your postcode.
What do you need from me?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
Do you work in Earlston?
We do. We send a technician to Earlston for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Towns and villages near Earlston
Also in Earlston
Why repair rather than replace?
The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Earlston
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- One price list for the entire UK
- Most jobs done in one visit
- No need to remove anything
See our prices page.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
Our work in Earlston
Earlston is about 5 miles east of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. We work in 89 places in the Scottish Borders. We work right across the region, from Earlston to Edinburgh (29 miles away).
Jobs in TD4 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Jobs here include addresses on High Street, Station Road and Westfield Place. We also cover the places around Earlston: Newstead (3 miles south), Gattonside (3 miles south-west), Melrose (3 miles south-west), Nether Blainslie (4 miles north-west) and Darnick (4 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Galashiels (5 miles west), Hawick (15 miles south), Kelso (10 miles east), Selkirk (9 miles south-west), Jedburgh (12 miles south-east) and Wilton (15 miles south).
What’s near Earlston
Around Earlston, we work in homes near Earlston Parish Church and Earlston High School and the streets around them. The closest station to Earlston is Tweedbank station, about 3.9 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Dingleton Hospital (3.9 miles south-west) and Mellerstain House (4.5 miles east). The countryside around Earlston includes Bemersyde Moss and Brotherstone Hill.
Do you need non-slip bath coating in Earlston?
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- Worn-out textured areas
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Before you book anyone
- Whether they match the colour on site
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- When it can be used again
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
How we price non-slip bath coating
We charge the same across the UK, including Earlston. The price reflects:
- The material
- Access to the area
- The type of damage
- How much damage there is
Set against the cost of replacement, repairing typically costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Getting a price from photos
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- The material, if you know it
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
The process
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. Most jobs take a few hours, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We clean and degrease the standing area.
- Next we mask off the area.
- The clear textured coating is applied.
- The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
- Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Get a quote
Email us a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Earlston, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
Advice
Landlords, agents and businesses in Earlston
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.
If you manage property in Earlston, we will quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we’ll price them together.
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